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Blanca Burns is the First Mexican-born Woman to Referee an NBA Game

damarisgaleanoApril 6, 2022April 6, 2022

by damarisgaleanoApril 6, 2022April 6, 202203425

When Mexican Americans Kassandra Garcia and Natalia Dorantes made NFL history in 2021 it was a major win for Latina representation in football and now another Latina made sports history but this time in basketball. Blanca Burns debuted as a...

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Feel Empowered This Summer with These 10 Latinx Songs

Nicole YoungJune 1, 2021

by Nicole YoungJune 1, 202109488

What better way to transition to a post-pandemic life with none other than a playlist of empowering songs. We have experienced a lot this past year so listening to some music with powerful, uplifting messages is a sure way to...

Lifestyle

7 Inspirational Women to Follow on Instagram for Daily Positivity

Yvette MontoyaMarch 9, 2021March 9, 2021

by Yvette MontoyaMarch 9, 2021March 9, 202108742

With everything happening in the news looking on the bright side can feel like a real struggle— I know it is for me. One of the things I do to combat reality and keep my sanity intact is loading my...

Culture

Baja Sea Souls Came Together to Empower Latina Surfers in Mexico

Nicole YoungMarch 2, 2021

by Nicole YoungMarch 2, 202105146

Surfing has always been a male-dominated sport, but three Latinas in Rosarito, Mexico are going against the norm by joining the adventurous sport and creating a safe space for girls and women to boost their confidence and bring down the...

Lifestyle

Latinas Devoted to Body Positivity You Need to Check Out

Nicole YoungFebruary 26, 2021February 26, 2021

by Nicole YoungFebruary 26, 2021February 26, 202107874

With photo filters available at our fingertips, it’s hard to not use one to conform to mainstream beauty standards but women are taking a stand against fabricated beauty ideals. Jennifer Lopez, Denise Bidot, and Lizzo are some of the celebrities...

Lifestyle

6 Books Every Woman Working on Self-Love Should Read

Johanna FerreiraApril 23, 2020August 21, 2020

by Johanna FerreiraApril 23, 2020August 21, 202004418

A lot of us have a tendency of always associating love with romantic love directed toward another person. But the truth is, love is so much more than that. In fact, self-love is practically the key to unlocking any other...

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Indya Moore Is the First Trans Person on the Cover of Elle Magazine

Araceli CruzMay 14, 2019August 7, 2020

by Araceli CruzMay 14, 2019August 7, 202004263

Indya Moore is breaking barriers. She has faced a number of challenges throughout her life, and yet through each battle, she has showed up, taken up space, and stayed true to who she is. Ten years ago, Moore left home because...

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Texas Group Will Register Latinos to Vote at Quinceañeras

Araceli CruzMay 6, 2019August 6, 2020

by Araceli CruzMay 6, 2019August 6, 202007173

Growing up in a semi-strict environment, going to quinceañeras was the only opportunity I had at a social life. I’m sure most Latinas can relate. While I couldn’t spend the night at a friend’s house or go on dates, I...

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Netflix’s “Knock Down the House” Is an Emotional Look at AOC’s Passion

Araceli CruzMay 3, 2019August 6, 2020

by Araceli CruzMay 3, 2019August 6, 202001450

Why are people so obsessed with Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez? Her haters — both Republican and Democrats — will say who does this loud girl think she is, coming to D.C. with her extreme ideas, with no experience? Her fans on the left...

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Model Makes History Wearing Hijab and Burkini in Sports Illustrated

Araceli CruzApril 29, 2019August 10, 2020

by Araceli CruzApril 29, 2019August 10, 202001817

For as long as I can remember Sports Illustrated Swimsuit Issue magazine was, in essence, a representation of true beauty. I saw these incredibly tall, skinny, blonde models parade carefree on the beach and thought to myself ‘that is what...

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Daniela Soto-Innes Wins Best (Female) Chef in the World

Araceli CruzApril 26, 2019August 11, 2020

by Araceli CruzApril 26, 2019August 11, 202001958

Daniela Soto-Innes is a 28-year-old chef who’s on top of the world right now. The Mexican cook just got named the World’s Best Female Chef and also recently got engaged. You may not know Soto-Innes but if you have traveled...

Culture

Why You Need to Try Beyoncé’s #BeforeILetGoChallenge

Araceli CruzApril 23, 2019August 11, 2020

by Araceli CruzApril 23, 2019August 11, 202001845

We love a good challenge! If you’re a fan of dance challenges — remember Drake’s “In My Feelings” challenge or Rae Sremmurd’s “Black Beatles” #MannequinChallenge — well, we got a new one for you. For all you Beyoncé lovers —...